Gershon Wolf Poet Rhyme

Sandbox To Sky

When first we play in the park
  into the sandbox we go
With shovel and pail we dig endlessly
  passing the time as we grow

Our parents lift us into a swing
  They help us point to the sky
Then gently bring us back down to earth
  As we smile our way down the slide

Soon we're climbing the jungle gym
  dealing with life's complexities
pausing to hide in chutes, on ladders
  keenly aware that getting caught matters



            June 21, 2021
    PLAYGROUND Poetry Contest
        Sponsor: Shreva LN

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Beata Agustin July 5, 2021 at 6:59 AM Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this... evoking joyous memories of childhood, especially of blissful thrill experienced in the playground with wise lessons learned from such. God bless you.

Paula Goldsmith July 3, 2021 at 12:46 PM Congratulations on your win. Sounds like you were at the playground. What a fun write. Have a blessed day/weekend.............. Gershon Wolf July 3, 2021 at 8:01 PM Paula, thank you so much for noticing my placement. And congrats to you again for coming 'full circle!' -- Playgrounds and Parks, Gershon

Christuraj Alex July 3, 2021 at 10:10 AM Wonderful. Congratulations!

Shreya Ln July 3, 2021 at 9:36 AM Congratulations on your placement! Gershon Wolf July 3, 2021 at 8:02 PM Appreciated, Shreya. And thank YOU for such a nice contest. It was a joy to participate. Playgrounds and Parks, Gershon

Lindsay Laurie June 24, 2021 at 5:54 PM Hello Gershon … you’d find it hard to find happier faces than on children at a playground. You brought back good memories Gershon - Lindsay Gershon Wolf July 3, 2021 at 8:02 PM Yes indeed, Lindsay. Playgrounds and ice cream shoppes sure do bring out those smiles! ~ Grins and Chuckles, gw

Unseeking Seeker June 21, 2021 at 6:56 PM Ah! Play progression … not to mention hide and seek, help! Heart is lost

L Milton Hankins June 21, 2021 at 6:40 PM Ah, it certainly does, Gershon. Your quatrains gave me much to ponder. Thanks.